Video - Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome

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Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (WKS) is a neurological disorder caused by a deficiency of thiamine (vitamin B1), often due to chronic alcohol abuse. It is a combination of Wernicke encephalopathy and Korsakoff syndrome, presenting with confusion, ophthalmoplegia, and ataxia. Wernicke encephalopathy can progress to Korsakoff syndrome, which causes severe memory loss, disorientation, and confabulation. Treatment includes thiamine supplements, rehabilitation, and cognitive therapy to manage symptoms.